Eddie Izzard
British comedian and actress
The double marathon on the last day of my 27 marathons in 27 days.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 28 May 2016 source ↗
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Tricking my dad into doing naked yoga.
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Katharine Hamnett
English fashion designer
Raising awareness of ethical and environmental issues in the clothing industry. I think I was the original whistleblower within fashion.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 14 September 2019 source ↗
Marc Almond
English singer
Still being here, aged 60. If I thought I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 4 November 2017 source ↗
Cressida Cowell
British writer
My children. My marriage. All those books.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 19 September 2020 source ↗
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All of my hairstyles from the age of 16 to 25.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗
I was bumped as a guest on The Justin Lee Collins show for Bianca from EastEnders.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗
Mainly my devil dog.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗
I dislike dawdlers. When I walk, I do so with purpose. I have no time for people shuffling along.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗
It’s also one of the best jobs I’ve done, but two hours in, when everyone’s pissed and ignoring you, hosting the Brit awards can be a tough gig.
Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 April 2023 source ↗
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